Longwood Gardens

Unfortunately, Longwood is changing their policy for photo sessions, and it's not a good change... 

For these reasons, I'm no longer recommending Longwood Gardens for sessions, even though I loved it.

From their website:

Now through September 30, 2024:
Photo shoots are permitted in our outdoor Gardens only. To ensure an extraordinary experience for all of our guests, no indoor photo shoots are allowed. 

October 1, 2024, through February 28, 2025:
Photo shoots will not be permitted in our Gardens.

March 1, 2025:
The new policy takes effect. Special occasion and contracted photography will take place in our outdoor Gardens after purchasing a photography permit. Permits will be available for most days at specified times. 

The new policy includes the following: 

• Photo sessions will require a permit for a specific day and time and must be booked in advance. 
• There will be a fee associated with the permit. Pricing starts at $250 and increases based on the number of guests.
• The permit fee includes admission to the Gardens for the photographer only. Other guests entering the Gardens in conjunction with a photo session will need to purchase Gardens Admission. 
• Photography will be permitted in our outdoor gardens only.
• In accordance with our terms and conditions, Memberships are exclusively for non-commercial use. Photographers with Longwood Memberships may not use their Membership to gain admission for clients to the Gardens as part of a photo session.
• All photo sessions will have a Longwood staff person accompanying them.
• Examples of special occasion photography include, but are not limited to: weddings, engagements, maternity, quinceañeras, proms, and formals.
• Commercial photography promoting products and services is not permitted in the Gardens. 

https://longwoodgardens.org/

Location - Kennett Square

Best Time of Day - Anytime

Parking – easy parking lot, no fees.

Hours - (View current hours: https://longwoodgardens.org/visit/hours)
Wednesday–Monday: 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday: Closed

Entry Fees - You're responsible for covering the entry fee for all parties (including myself) (https://longwoodgardens.org/visit)

Travel Fee - $45